Nature Mentoring

Mentoring Articles

I've been writing free articles on various nature and mentoring topics for a few years now. Here you'll find the main pages that deal with mentoring techniques. Enjoy!

Urban Nature School Planning

Nature Wisdom Podcast: Episode 08 Download Episode mp3 Urban Nature School Planning... Which do you think is more important? Having an amazing outdoor location to practice your skills… Or having an amazing attitude and passion for the journey of natural discovery? In my experience, it doesn’t matter if you have 10,000 acres of pristine wilderness or 0.1 acres… If you don’t have … [Read more...] about Urban Nature School Planning

Getting Into Action: Mentor Motivation

https://youtu.be/S2ebiE8RpOY Download Episode mp3 Mentor Motivation! We’re talking today about how to inspire and motivate others to get outside and connect with nature. If you’re a teacher/mentor/parent who uses nature as a tool for awakening creativity, critical thinking, empathy, social skills, etc… then it’s very important to find ways of motivating and inspiring your students into … [Read more...] about Getting Into Action: Mentor Motivation

How Mentoring Can Help You Move Forward On Your Journey Through Life

Imagine having your own personal guide who really cares about your success and journey through life... Now, when I say success, please know that I'm not talking about something specific. I'm just talking about whatever success means to you. Have you ever stopped to think about it? What kinds of skills & abilities have you always wanted to develop? What is your ideal vision for the … [Read more...] about How Mentoring Can Help You Move Forward On Your Journey Through Life

Hi, I’m Brian Mertins – Wildlife Tracker, Nature Mentor & Your Guide to a Deeper Connection with the Natural World.

For nearly two decades, I've devoted my life to the art and science of wildlife tracking and nature awareness.  As a certified Level 3 Track & Sign Cybertracker and graduate of Wilderness Awareness School's immersion and apprenticeship program, my mission is to help reactivate your original wild genius, enabling you to experience the joy & connection of solving nature’s mysteries. It … [Read more...] about Hi, I’m Brian Mertins – Wildlife Tracker, Nature Mentor & Your Guide to a Deeper Connection with the Natural World.

How To Make A Difference In The World

One of the greatest motivations in this world is the desire to make a difference. Many great minds throughout history have talked about how the deepest fulfillment in life comes from helping others & making the world a better place. The idea that you can do something that will have a real impact on the lives of people is a very inspiring thought, but sometimes it can seem like we’re fighting … [Read more...] about How To Make A Difference In The World

Wildlife Tracker Mentoring

How To Master The Skills of Wildlife Tracking With The Help of A Mentor... ​Have you been hitting roadblocks while trying to learn the art and science of wildlife tracking? Here are some common issues that hold people back: Maybe there are no good instructors near where you live Maybe you don’t know any good tracking locations Maybe you wouldn’t know how to practice even if you … [Read more...] about Wildlife Tracker Mentoring

How To Become A Powerful Mentor

ReWilding Conversations Episode 04 https://youtu.be/tGi6EP1Hb5o Download Episode mp3 What’s The Shortest Path To Being A More Powerful Mentor? You Are! Here’s what I mean… I get lots of emails from people who are seeking to share the benefits of nature with friends, family & community. But there’s a common mistake that I notice really holds a lot of people back from effectively … [Read more...] about How To Become A Powerful Mentor

Bird Language Mentoring

How To Solve The Mysteries of Bird Calls And Alarm Behaviour Have you been trying to learn bird language with little or no success? If so then you’re not alone! Bird language is a challenging (yet rewarding) skill that doesn’t come naturally to most people. In fact… being successful with bird language depends on having proficiency with an entire cluster of skills working together as … [Read more...] about Bird Language Mentoring

What Is Nature Mentoring Resources?

https://youtu.be/7nauCpYi79g Experience Life As A Complete Human Being Did you know that you have far greater potential then you currently realize? It's true! I know this because everyone does. Yet few people in our world currently experience their true human potential in life. Do you know why? It's because there's a growth process that needs to happen. To reach your full potential … [Read more...] about What Is Nature Mentoring Resources?